The Other Kind of Doctor
Gemma Rides and Gaia Giampietro
Welcome to The Other Kind of Doctor, where we sprinkle a bit of fun on the brilliance of PhDs! Join our diverse group of PhD candidates as we navigate the maze of research, academia, and life, all with a healthy dose of humour.
In this podcast we won’t be wearing stethoscopes, scrubs, and saving lives – that’s the other kind of doctor! Here we celebrate the quirks and triumphs of the doctoral journey, sharing insightful conversations, compelling anecdotes, and lots of laughs. Whether you’re knee-deep in research or just curious about academia, our podcast offers a lighthearted take on the serious business of earning a PhD.
Expect thought-provoking discussions, candid interviews with experts, and a unique perspective on the ups and downs of the PhD experience. Subscribe to The Other Kind of Doctors, and let’s explore the fascinating, challenging, and downright absurd moments of the academic world together. Because even the smartest minds can have their not-so-genius moments!
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The Other Kind of Doctor
02/05/24 • 1 min
Welcome to The Other Kind of Doctor podcast, where we celebrate the exciting (but crazy) journey of earning a Ph.D. and working within academia. Join our hosts, Gemma and Gaia, as they explore the diverse and unique stories of fellow PhD students, academics and other professionals, who have navigated the challenges and triumphs of academia. From groundbreaking research to personal narratives, each episode is a deep dive into the world of academia and beyond. Special thanks to our amazing podcast team and the Royal Holloway Doctoral School for their invaluable support on this project.
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Transcription (also available on our website)
Gemma: Hello and welcome to 'The Other Kind of Doctor' podcast. My name is Gemma.
Gaia: And my name is Gaia and we are both on the journey of gaining a PhD.
Gemma: At 'The Other Kind of Doctor', we celebrate the quirks and triumphs of the doctoral journey.
Gaia: We'll be sharing insightful conversations with academic and industry experts, fellow PhD students, and a whole host of other guests.
Gemma: We'll be exploring their doctoral journeys, their top tips to succeed in academia and beyond.
Gaia: As well as having a few laughs on the way...
Gemma: Whether you are knee deep in research or just curious about academia, our podcast offers a light-hearted take on the serious business of earning a PhD.
Gaia: You can expect topics such as career, post-PhD, managing toxic productivity, and supporting wellbeing as a PhD student.
Gemma: Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on your chosen podcast platform and check out our Instagram and Twitter accounts: @otherdoctor_pod as well as our website: theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com.
Gaia: Enjoy the podcast and we look forward to chatting to you soon.
Gemma and Gaia: Bye!
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Ep 17 Working full-time during the PhD - with Lewis Champion
The Other Kind of Doctor
06/17/24 • 25 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia are joined by Lewis Champion. Lewis is a History PhD student at Royal Holloway, and is also working full-time as a Data Analyst. In this episode, Lewis shares his experience of working full-time while studying for a PhD, and discusses how to maintain a good work-life balance, as well as some of the challenges he has experienced. Lastly, he gives his top tips for working full-time while completing a PhD.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Do lie detectors actually work?
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Ep 16 Research and Practice - with Jo Grace
The Other Kind of Doctor
06/10/24 • 28 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia are joined by Jo Grace. Jo is studying for a PhD at the University of Southampton, and is also the founder of The Sensory Project. In this episode, Jo shares her experience of transitioning from working within practice to working in research, and discusses what can be done to improve collaboration between research and practice.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Do highlighters actually help learning, or do they just look pretty?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
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Ep 15 Completing a Long-distance PhD - with Sarah Richardson
The Other Kind of Doctor
06/04/24 • 26 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia are joined by Sarah Richardson. Sarah is an English PhD student ay Royal Holloway. In this episode, Sarah shares her experience as a long-distance PhD student, how to set boundaries when working from home, as well some of the challenges she has experienced. Lastly, she gives her top tips for long-distance PhD students.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Is it better to take handwritten notes or computer notes?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
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Ep 14 The Professional Practice PhD - with Arshia Choudhury
The Other Kind of Doctor
05/27/24 • 33 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia are joined by Arshia Choudhury. Arshia is studying for a DClinPsy (Clinical Psychology Doctorate) at Royal Holloway. In this episode, Arshia shares her experience of studying for her professional practice PhD, how this differs to a research PhD, as well some of the challenges she has experienced. Lastly, she gives her top tips for students studying a professional practice PhD.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - What influence has 'BookTok' had on getting adults back into reading?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
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Ep 13 The PhD as an international student - with Cheng-Yu Hsieh
The Other Kind of Doctor
05/20/24 • 32 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia are joined by Cheng-Yu Hsieh. Cheng-Yu is a third year PhD student at Royal Holloway. In this episode, Cheng-Yu shares his experience as an international PhD student, how to approach potential supervisors, as well some of the challenges he has experienced. Lastly, he gives his top tips for international PhD students.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - What are the wellbeing effects of dancing to your favourite songs?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
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Ep 12 Overcoming writer's block
The Other Kind of Doctor
05/13/24 • 19 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia discuss overcoming writer's block by following advice from Dr Vicky Penn, who is a researcher development officer at Royal Holloway. They discuss different techniques such as the pomodoro method and freewriting, and reflect on their own experiences of (trying to) overcome writer's block.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Is taking your annual leave really that important?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
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Instagram: @otherdoctor_pod
Thank you to Royal Holloway Doctoral School for funding this podcast.
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Ep 11 Changing academic fields - with Ryan Jefferies
The Other Kind of Doctor
05/07/24 • 23 min
This week, Gaia is joined by our very own Ryan Jefferies. Ryan is a first year PhD student in Psychology at Royal Holloway, but his academic career started with an undergraduate degree in History at UCL. In this episode, Ryan shares his experience of changing academic field, taking a long break from academia, and finding the love of his life in the process. Lastly, he gives his top tips for students wanting to change academic field.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Does having a creative hobby help you unwind?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
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Ep 10 Doing a study visit during your PhD - with Pip Brown
The Other Kind of Doctor
04/15/24 • 29 min
This week, Gemma and Gaia Ryan are joined by Pip Brown. Pip is a third year PhD student from the University of Warwick, currently at Royal Holloway on their second study visit. In this episode, Pip shares their experience of doing a study visit during the PhD, how to approach potential research groups for study visits, as well as how to get back into the swing of PhD life when you come back. Lastly, they gives their top tips for PhD students wanting to do a study visit.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Why do we feel guilty for having a day off sick?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
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Ep 18 Surviving your first term as a PhD student
The Other Kind of Doctor
10/28/24 • 24 min
Welcome back to Season 2 of The Other Kind of Doctor! This week, Gemma and Gaia discuss how to survive your first term as PhD student! They share the challenges they faced when they started their PhD, how to transition to a new way of working, and establishing your support network as a PhD student.
Stay tuned for the end of the episode for this week's 'Brain Bites' - Do fidget toys help with concentration?
For a full transcription of the episode, please visit our website (https://theotherkindofdoctor.wordpress.com/episodes/)
Check out our social media accounts for bonus content and behind the scene footage.
Twitter (X): @otherdoctor_pod
Instagram: @otherdoctor_pod
Thank you to Sophia Wilhelmi & Izzy Reid, Royal Holloway undergraduate music composition students, who composed our Season 2 jingle!
Thank you to Royal Holloway Doctoral School for funding this podcast.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Other Kind of Doctor have?
The Other Kind of Doctor currently has 24 episodes available.
What topics does The Other Kind of Doctor cover?
The podcast is about Higher Education, How To, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Phd.
What is the most popular episode on The Other Kind of Doctor?
The episode title 'Ep 16 Research and Practice - with Jo Grace' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Other Kind of Doctor?
The average episode length on The Other Kind of Doctor is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Other Kind of Doctor released?
Episodes of The Other Kind of Doctor are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Other Kind of Doctor?
The first episode of The Other Kind of Doctor was released on Feb 5, 2024.
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